The marching band represents the high school at local, state, and regional competitions during the fall season. The band also performs at home and away football games and in area parades. This group takes a major trip every 4 years. All wind students are required to join this group (fall) and enroll in concert band (spring).
Students should be aware that the marching band rehearses weekly beginning in mid-June and culminates with approximately 2 weeks of training in late July. Students are required to attend all summer and fall rehearsals and performances unless excused by the Director of Bands. Students must be in good physical condition to participate in this group.
Parents should be aware of the financial responsibilities with the Marching Band. Required fees cover the following expenses: Uniform rental and cleaning, contest entry fees, and other incidental expenses. Marching band fees are $35.00
Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Band at the Middle School and/or enrollment in Concert Band (spring). Grades 9-12 Credits 1/2
Marching Band Auxiliary 1 semester (6th period - fall)
This is a performance course that is a direct extension of the Marching Band. This course is only open to members of the Marching band color guard (flag or rifle) or marching band percussion (battery or front ensemble). Sequential and systematic learning experiences are provided in the area of equipment work and movement.
Students should be aware that color guard members are required to attend a training camp at an area university during the summer and percussion section members rehearse weekly beginning mid-June; both groups' summer training culminates with approximately 3 weeks of rehearsal in late July. Students are required to attend all summer and fall rehearsals and performances unless excused by the Director of Bands. Students must be in good physical condition to participate in this group.
Parents should be aware of the financial responsibilities involved with the Marching Band Auxiliary. Required fees cover the following expenses: Uniform purchase (guard) or uniform rental and cleaning (percussion), contest entry fees, and other incidental expenses. Marching Band Auxiliary fees are $35.00 + cost of uniform (guard). Grades 9-12 Credits 1/2
Houston Topper Pride Band
USAF Concert Band & Singing Sergeants
Lee Hall on the campus of MS State Univ.
October 29, 2008
5:00 PM Depart
10:00 PM Return
* Travel fee of $3.
* Need $ for dinner.
October 29, 2008
5:00 PM Depart
10:00 PM Return
* Travel fee of $3.
* Need $ for dinner.
Nettleton Itinerary
5:00 PM Call time—in seats in band hall-Load all equipment, instruments, uniforms, etc.
5:20 PM Roll call
5:25 PM Depart for NHS
6:15 PM Arrive, dress, unload, inspection
6:35 PM March into stadium
6:40 PM Warm-up
7:00 PM Game begins
9:30 PM Game ends (tentative)-Re-load all equipment and change out of uniforms
9:45 PM Roll call
9:50 PM Depart for HHS
10:40 PM Arrive (tentative)-Unload and clean up
· All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case.
· Students may wear “civvies” during travel, but the full uniform must be worn properly (hats and gloves on with jackets zipped) during the parade block and half-time performance. We want to look and act as professional as possible. We will remove jackets and hats in the stands if the weather is warm. Note: the jacket is at NO time to be worn unzipped. Wear shorts underneath the uniform to keep from having to get completely undressed on the bus.
· No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus. You may want to bring money for snacks and drinks during the 3rd quarter break.
· Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. Leave them on the bus. Chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you in Houston.
· Students must travel to the game on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home from the game with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than Thursday, October 23 by the end of the school day. Please include the student’s name, parent’s name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail of phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, separate requests must be made from each student’s parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at the conclusion of the game. Check-out will not be permitted at the stadium.
5:20 PM Roll call
5:25 PM Depart for NHS
6:15 PM Arrive, dress, unload, inspection
6:35 PM March into stadium
6:40 PM Warm-up
7:00 PM Game begins
9:30 PM Game ends (tentative)-Re-load all equipment and change out of uniforms
9:45 PM Roll call
9:50 PM Depart for HHS
10:40 PM Arrive (tentative)-Unload and clean up
· All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case.
· Students may wear “civvies” during travel, but the full uniform must be worn properly (hats and gloves on with jackets zipped) during the parade block and half-time performance. We want to look and act as professional as possible. We will remove jackets and hats in the stands if the weather is warm. Note: the jacket is at NO time to be worn unzipped. Wear shorts underneath the uniform to keep from having to get completely undressed on the bus.
· No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus. You may want to bring money for snacks and drinks during the 3rd quarter break.
· Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. Leave them on the bus. Chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you in Houston.
· Students must travel to the game on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home from the game with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than Thursday, October 23 by the end of the school day. Please include the student’s name, parent’s name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail of phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, separate requests must be made from each student’s parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at the conclusion of the game. Check-out will not be permitted at the stadium.
Itinerary for the Chunky River Contest
Saturday, October 18, 2008
8:00 AM - guard call time: make-up & hair
8:45 AM - full ensemble call time: load bus & trailer
9:00 AM - Roll call on bus
9:10 AM - Depart for Philadelphia
11:00 AM - Arrive @ Philadelphia
11:50 AM - Roll call on bus
12:00 PM - Depart for Union HS
12:30 PM - Arrive @ Union HS: dress/unload equipment
1:15 PM - Warm-up "Area A"
2:00 PM - Performance
2:15 PM - Re-load all equipment/change out of uniforms
Return to stadium/observe performances
4:00 PM - Awards ceremony
4:45 PM - Load buses/roll call
5:00 PM - Depart for HHS
7:15 PM - Arrive @ HHS/unload & clean up
All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case. No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus.
Students may wear "regular clothes" during travel. You will need $$ for lunch during our stop in Philadelphia.
The full uniform must be worn properly (hats, gloves and jackets zipped) at all times during equipment unload, warm-up, performance and re-load. we want to look & act as professional as possible.
After our performance, we will change clothes. You must wear the "Flight" t-shirt w/ jeans. depending on the weather, you may want to wear a long sleeve t-shirt underneath your "Flight" t-shirt or bring a jacket. You may want to bring some money for snacks and drinks from teh concession stands before the awards ceremony. We will not be making a dinner stop on our way back to Houston.
Our of respect for the performers and the audience, spectators are to refrain from entering or leaving the seating area during a band performance. Watch the performances! While other students are performing, give them your undivided attention; be courteous and appreciative. Don't talk during a performance. There will be 5 minute gaps between each group to allow for set-up, so talk then all you want. Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you at the bus, if you are found with one inside the stadium.
Students must travel to Union on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than, Thursday, October 16th, by the end of the school day. Please include the student's name, parent's name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail or phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, sepaate requests must be made from each student's parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at 2:15 PM only. Check-out will not be permitted inside the stadium.
8:00 AM - guard call time: make-up & hair
8:45 AM - full ensemble call time: load bus & trailer
9:00 AM - Roll call on bus
9:10 AM - Depart for Philadelphia
11:00 AM - Arrive @ Philadelphia
11:50 AM - Roll call on bus
12:00 PM - Depart for Union HS
12:30 PM - Arrive @ Union HS: dress/unload equipment
1:15 PM - Warm-up "Area A"
2:00 PM - Performance
2:15 PM - Re-load all equipment/change out of uniforms
Return to stadium/observe performances
4:00 PM - Awards ceremony
4:45 PM - Load buses/roll call
5:00 PM - Depart for HHS
7:15 PM - Arrive @ HHS/unload & clean up
All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case. No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus.
Students may wear "regular clothes" during travel. You will need $$ for lunch during our stop in Philadelphia.
The full uniform must be worn properly (hats, gloves and jackets zipped) at all times during equipment unload, warm-up, performance and re-load. we want to look & act as professional as possible.
After our performance, we will change clothes. You must wear the "Flight" t-shirt w/ jeans. depending on the weather, you may want to wear a long sleeve t-shirt underneath your "Flight" t-shirt or bring a jacket. You may want to bring some money for snacks and drinks from teh concession stands before the awards ceremony. We will not be making a dinner stop on our way back to Houston.
Our of respect for the performers and the audience, spectators are to refrain from entering or leaving the seating area during a band performance. Watch the performances! While other students are performing, give them your undivided attention; be courteous and appreciative. Don't talk during a performance. There will be 5 minute gaps between each group to allow for set-up, so talk then all you want. Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you at the bus, if you are found with one inside the stadium.
Students must travel to Union on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than, Thursday, October 16th, by the end of the school day. Please include the student's name, parent's name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail or phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, sepaate requests must be made from each student's parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at 2:15 PM only. Check-out will not be permitted inside the stadium.
Itinerary for Amory
4:30 PM Call time—in seats in band hall
*Load all equipment, instruments, uniforms, etc.
4:50 PM Roll call
5:00 PM Depart for AHS
6:00 PM Arrive, dress, unload, inspection
6:35 PM March into stadium
6:40 PM Warm-up
7:00 PM Game begins
*Re-load all equipment and change out of uniforms
9:50 PM Roll call
10:00 PM Depart for HHS
11:00 PM Arrive (tentative)
Unload and clean up
• All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case.
• Students may wear “civvies” during travel, but the full uniform must be worn properly (hats and gloves on with jackets zipped) during the parade block and half-time performance. We want to look and act as professional as possible. We will remove jackets and hats in the stands if the weather is warm. Note: the jacket is at NO time to be worn unzipped. Wear shorts underneath the uniform to keep from having to get completely undressed on the bus.
• No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus. You may want to bring money for snacks and drinks during the 3rd quarter break.
• Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. Leave them on the bus. Chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you in Houston.
• Students must travel to the game on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home from the game with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than Thursday, October 9 by the end of the school day. Please include the student’s name, parent’s name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail or phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, separate requests must be made from each student’s parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at the conclusion of the game. Check-out will not be permitted at the stadium.
*Load all equipment, instruments, uniforms, etc.
4:50 PM Roll call
5:00 PM Depart for AHS
6:00 PM Arrive, dress, unload, inspection
6:35 PM March into stadium
6:40 PM Warm-up
7:00 PM Game begins
*Re-load all equipment and change out of uniforms
9:50 PM Roll call
10:00 PM Depart for HHS
11:00 PM Arrive (tentative)
Unload and clean up
• All equipment, school or personal, must be transported in a case.
• Students may wear “civvies” during travel, but the full uniform must be worn properly (hats and gloves on with jackets zipped) during the parade block and half-time performance. We want to look and act as professional as possible. We will remove jackets and hats in the stands if the weather is warm. Note: the jacket is at NO time to be worn unzipped. Wear shorts underneath the uniform to keep from having to get completely undressed on the bus.
• No food or beverages may be brought onto the bus. You may want to bring money for snacks and drinks during the 3rd quarter break.
• Cell phones will not be allowed in the stadium. Leave them on the bus. Chaperones will confiscate them and return them to you in Houston.
• Students must travel to the game on the bus, but may ride home with a parent. All requests to ride home from the game with a parent must be submitted in writing no later than Thursday, October 9 by the end of the school day. Please include the student’s name, parent’s name and contact numbers on the letter. Each request will be verified by a director. Notification by e-mail or phone is unacceptable. If carpooling with several students, separate requests must be made from each student’s parents. Check-out after the performance must be made in person with student and parent present in the presence of a director near the buses at the conclusion of the game. Check-out will not be permitted at the stadium.
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